Lieutenant Governor Daniel Mongiardo
The
story of Lieutenant Governor Daniel Mongiardo is a uniquely American story and a
uniquely Kentucky story. Caring for others has been the hallmark of Dr.
Daniel Mongiardo’s career in both the private and public sectors.
His dedication as a physician and surgeon in Eastern Kentucky is a
well-known, as is his record as a Kentucky State Senator in the areas of health
care, family services and challenging the status quo.
Born in Hazard, Dr. Mongiardo grew up the eldest of three surviving children of Jimmy and Katherine Mongiardo.
After graduating from Hazard High School, Transylvania University and the University of Kentucky School of Medicine, Dr. Mongiardo completed his surgical residency at the Albert B. Chandler Medical Center. Following this, prestigious McGill University in Montreal, Canada selected him for residency training in otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat). From there he returned to Hazard to deliver specialized medical and surgical treatment to local residents, as well as any others who sought his expertise.
These experiences helped him recognize the importance of becoming a leader in addressing concerns that face all Kentuckians. To do so, he campaigned for the Senate, was elected in 2000 and represented Bell, Harlan, Leslie and Perry Counties.
As a senator, he emerged as a strong advocate of bold and innovative health care proposals and challenged entrenched special interests and out-dated methods. He served in this position until being elected to the position of Lieutenant Governor this fall.
Now serving as our Lieutenant Governor, Dr. Mongiardo continues to fight for the betterment of all Kentuckians and looking towards the future. Please join me in welcoming Lieutenant Governor Mongiardo.